As ArtBridges’ Community-Engaged Arts Directory grows, we realize that it’s a bit overwhelming to read through all of the profiles. We’re hoping that by occasionally highlighting some profiles on our blog, you may learn about an initiative that you may not have initially seen in the directory. Also, if you know of a Canadian community-engaged arts for social change initiative that isn’t in our directory, but should be, please let us know! We love and need your input/feedback in building this resource! -Lisa, Content Coordinator at ArtBridges.

“North York Arts (NYA) is a multidisciplinary arts service organization designed to address the needs and interests of artists, arts organizations and residents in the 11 wards of the North York region of the City of Toronto. North York Arts works in collaboration with the City of Toronto Councillors, Culture Division and various community partners to foster arts programming, provide art services to the region and bridge connections in the art and culture community between North York and the rest of Toronto. NYA provides inclusive arts events and programs to children, youth, family and seniors including programs to serve the Newcomer and Neighbourhood Improvement Area communities within North York. In addition, we provide services and programs to support local, emerging, and established artists.”

To read more about North York Arts, please see their profile in ArtBridges’ Community-Engaged Arts Directory and Map